Raiya - Deodar, Vav-Tharad
Raiya is a village situated in the Deodar taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from Deodar and around 70 km from Palanpur. Raiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raiya is 508446. The village covers a total geographical area of 1963.22 hectares and falls under the 385330 pincode. Deodar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Raiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raiya
According to the 2011 Census, Raiya village had a total population of 5,590 people, including 2,874 males and 2,716 females, living in 1,006 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.36%, with male literacy at 78.22% and female literacy at 51.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,475, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,590 | 2,874 | 2,716 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 818 | 413 | 405 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,475 | 764 | 711 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,119 | 1,925 | 1,194 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,471 | 949 | 1,522 |
Nearby Villages of Raiya
Raiya is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Raiya
Public transport in the Raiya is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Raiya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deodar to Raiya is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Raiya is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raiya
Where is Raiya located?
Raiya village is located in Deodar Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raiya?
Raiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raiya?
The pincode of Raiya is 385330.
What is the population of Raiya?
Raiya had a total population of 5,590, including 2,874 males and 2,716 females.
How many households are there in Raiya?
Raiya had 1,006 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raiya was 65.36%. Male literacy was 78.22% and female literacy was 51.67%.